2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C5 | Forenza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |